unSeminary Podcast

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of unSeminary! A quick heads-up: Rich experienced some sound issues during the recording; thank you for bearing with us. Fortunately, our guest Yolanda comes through loud and clear, and you won’t want to miss the incredible insights she shares. Thanks for your grace and enjoy the conversation! Do you ever feel […]

Many churches yearn for a significant impact during Christmas but often find themselves disappointed. The key lies in a structured invitation strategy rather than random efforts. A full system is essential, as simply adding more tasks won't suffice. Passionate communication from the congregation can ignite growth, while repeated messaging fosters momentum. Utilizing tools like the Christmas Invite Accelerator can enhance outreach, ensuring that the invitation process is effective and engaging.

Devin Goins, Executive Pastor of Strategic Development at Biltmore Church, discusses the challenges of aligning staff in a rapidly growing church. He emphasizes that growth brings complexity, requiring constant adjustments and preparation for future needs. Devin introduces a diagnostic tool to evaluate team alignment and shares insights on engaging with volunteers for clarity in communication. He also presents a framework to assess emotional zones within staff, advocating for a culture of appreciation and teamwork to enhance organizational health.

Discover how churches can leverage Christmas for growth! Learn about a Texas church that ignited excitement with a pre-Christmas service challenge, inviting attendees to bring friends. Explore a California church's VIP experience that enhanced first-time visitor engagement through digital promotions. In Canada, a church created a competitive volunteer program encouraging outreach and spiritual growth. These innovative strategies show that Christmas can be more than a tradition; it can be a powerful tool for community connection and expansion.

Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Mike Winger, Executive Pastor at Mosaic Christian Church in the Baltimore-Washington area. What does it take to launch a bold new vision while carrying the weight of financial obstacles? Tune in as Mike unpacks the multi-year process that led to Mosaic’s Unlimited campaign—one […]

Is your church treating Christmas like the massive growth opportunity it truly is? In today’s solo episode, Rich explores why Christmas remains the most strategic moment in the church calendar for reaching new people, even in a post-pandemic world. Drawing on compelling stats and years of experience helping churches grow, Rich makes a compelling case […]

Charles Stone, a seasoned pastor, leadership coach, and author, brings a wealth of knowledge on managing stress and building resilience. He discusses the dual nature of stress, highlighting both external pressures and internal responses. Charles introduces nine biblical and scientific practices for resilience, including deep breathing techniques that can reset the stress response. Listeners will learn how chronic stress impacts leadership and discover actionable strategies to cultivate peace and adaptability through faith and contemporary brain science.

Welcome back to another episode of the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re joined by Russ Ewell, Executive Minister at Bay Area Christian Church (BACC) in California and founder of Deep Spirituality. How can churches meaningfully engage and empower the next generation of leaders? With campuses across Silicon Valley and a deep commitment to developing future leaders, […]

Jason Hanash is the founding and lead pastor of Discovery Church, one of the fastest growing churches in the U.S. He discusses how his church transformed from a small gathering to a thriving community of nearly 5,000 attendees. Jason emphasizes the importance of restructuring leadership as they scaled, shifting to a lean executive team model. He highlights the value of developing leaders from within and advocates for thorough training before taking on larger roles. Their innovative programs focus on effective communication and empowering the next generation through biblical teachings.

In this engaging discussion, Craig Smith, Lead Pastor of Mission Hills Church—a historic and rapidly growing multisite congregation in Colorado—shares insights on leading change effectively. He emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between purpose and mission, asserting that clarity is crucial for church alignment. Craig also explores how to navigate cultural shifts and growth limitations while maintaining a strong community focus. Furthermore, he advocates for preaching that drives transformation rather than just sharing information, ensuring that biblical teachings foster genuine life change.